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Big Game Hunting => Elk Hunting => Topic started by: hunterofelk on April 26, 2008, 08:53:34 AM

Title: New elk mount.
Post by: hunterofelk on April 26, 2008, 08:53:34 AM: I have hunted for a bull elk worthy of a shoulder mount for many seasons. In December of 2006 I got a bull in the late hunt near Cle Elum. Rod's Taxidermy in Arlington did the work and I am very happy with the elk. I felt like I should share some photos. He is just an average sized Washington bull, but he takes up a lot of space. I think I will start hunting antlerless elk with the bow for awhile...until I get some more space!

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Title: Re: New elk mount.
Post by: Hunting Cowboy on April 26, 2008, 09:11:50 AM: hunterofelk- Congratulations on a very nice bull and a well done mount! Do you have a story that goes with that? Thanks for posting!
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Post by: Bearhunter on April 26, 2008, 09:41:40 AM: Nice looking average sized bull :tung: Man would I love to shot an average sized elk like that, sure looks like a trophy to me. Beatiful taxidermy job also, looks incredible.
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Post by: jackelope on April 26, 2008, 10:01:05 AM: not sure "average sized bull" is a good way to describe him. he looks great. congrats and thanks for sharing the pics
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Post by: Red Dawg on April 26, 2008, 10:17:23 AM: i would love to see your version of a big bull. I would make that a centerpiece any day of the week. Nicely done.
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Post by: M_ray on April 26, 2008, 10:53:43 AM: Very nice, He looks a bit better than average to me! Do you have a score on him?
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Post by: Alchase on April 26, 2008, 11:08:29 AM: "Avarage sized Washington Bull" LOL, ya he is pretty average alright......since you need the space, I have the perfect spot for just an average sized bull right in the middle of my living room wall. I believe you could convince me to take that "average sized bull" off you hands if you tried, LOL.

Great looking mount on a great bull Hunterofelk, I like that pile of bone you have hanging behind him as well.
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Post by: LongTatLaw on April 26, 2008, 12:36:22 PM: Ditto on whats been said!

Thats an amazing bull brother...dont knock em...! Looks like the mount is excellent quality as well! Hope mine comes out that well...although...he is...um...well below aeverage I guess :P
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Post by: archery288 on April 26, 2008, 09:40:20 PM: very nice bull!!! congrats and the mount looks awesome!!
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Post by: SuperDave on April 26, 2008, 09:45:18 PM: Nice looking bull! Excellent looking horn pile!!!
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Post by: S.O.B on April 26, 2008, 09:50:45 PM: Nice bull cant complain about that!!!!! 8)
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Post by: New England Native on April 27, 2008, 07:43:50 PM: Just curious how much does a shoulder mount like that sets a person back. I've heard it costs big money but i'm curious to help me decide how to handle an elk when packing it out.
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Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 08:12:23 PM: Awesome mount!
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Post by: JBR on April 27, 2008, 08:48:56 PM: Rod does great work. I checked out his shop last year before going on the early high buck hunt (just in case I'd need his services ;)) and he had some great stuff. Nice bull.
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Post by: Jackjr on April 27, 2008, 09:21:42 PM: Nice I would shoot that anyday
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Post by: Michelle_Nelson on April 27, 2008, 10:10:23 PM: Quote from: New England Native on April 27, 2008, 07:43:50 PM
Just curious how much does a shoulder mount like that sets a person back. I've heard it costs big money but i'm curious to help me decide how to handle an elk when packing it out.

It all depends on where you take it one what you will pay. In my shop you can expect to pay anywhere from $675 (Spike) up to $880 (Mature Bull) for a shoulder mount. Open mouth is an aditional $150, and detachable antlers are $100.

Prices in this area range between $650 and $1,200 for a shoulder mount. It all depends on who you take it to. I will say beware of price shopping for the cheapest price. Look for quality first. Why spend the $650 on something that will look like trash in a few years when you can spend $100 - $200 more for something that will last for many years.
Title: Re: New elk mount.
Post by: Muleyslyr on May 02, 2008, 09:54:54 AM: Great Bull!! Looks good done. I've had Rod do 3 Deer and an Antelope for me. I think he does awesome work.....just his turn around time is usually close to two years. Great guy too. Congrats on finally taken a Bull mount worthy.
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Post by: rosscrazyelk on May 02, 2008, 01:09:46 PM: Nice pile in the back and nice head too. One day I will get one mount worthy.
Title: Re: New elk mount.
Post by: cascademountainhunter on May 22, 2008, 08:38:01 AM: conrats!
nice elk!